Free cut plan

Plaatplan
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Create a cut plan for particle board

Particle board is an affordable choice for cabinets, back panels, and structural panels. Plaatplan calculates your cut layout on standard sizes and helps limit waste.

  • Kerf width included in the layout
  • Multiple subprojects in one plan
  • Offcut stock before new sheets
  • PDF work plan for hardware store or cutting service

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Example from the planner

Sheet 5 from the demo plan (Chest, Desk and Cabinet on MDF 2440 × 1220 mm). Panels are colour-coded per subproject.

Ladenblok zijkant
Bureau
Ladenblok zijkant
Bureau
Bovenblad
Kast
Onderblad
Kast
Vaste plank
Kast
Vaste plank
Kast
Lade bodem
Commode
Lade bodem
Commode
Lade bodem
Commode
Lade bodem
Commode

The full demo plan: 5 sheets, 29 parts, 74.5% utilisation (including kerf).

Laying out particle board

Choose your sheet size (e.g. 2440 × 1220 mm) and thickness. Enter parts per project. The planner optimizes the layout and shows offcuts.

For panels with a decorative finish (white, oak, concrete look), you can also use our furniture panel guide.

Cut diagram for the hardware store

A clear cut diagram saves time at the cutting counter. With Plaatplan you have dimensions, quantities, and a visual layout per sheet, ready to print.

How Plaatplan works

From material to work plan in four steps.

  1. 1. Set up your material stockChoose a standard sheet (size, material, grain direction) and set kerf width. Add offcuts you already have if needed.
  2. 2. Enter subprojects and partsCreate a subproject per project. Enter panels via the table or the L×W×qty name line format.
  3. 3. Review the cut layoutSee how many standard sheets you need, which offcuts are used, and whether everything fits.
  4. 4. Export the work planOpen the work plan via Export → Open work plan. Configure under Prepare, review the cut order and export as PDF.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Plaatplan account for kerf (blade width)?

Yes. The layout is accurate to the millimetre and includes kerf. The default is 2.2 mm; adjust this under Saw settings if your blade or cutting service differs.

Can I take this to the hardware store or cutting service?

Yes. Use Export → Open work plan for the work plan, or What do I need for a purchase overview. See the Print work plan guide.

What is the difference between a standard sheet and offcuts?

A standard sheet is what you buy new (e.g. 2440 × 1220 mm). Offcuts are pieces you already have. The planner uses offcuts before new sheets.